Welcome to the Philadelphia Police Foundation

Summer is upon us. As most of our thoughts turn to vacations, barbeques and warm summer weekends spent with family and friends - the men and women of the Philadelphia Police Department are gearing up for another active summer in the City. This past year has been a particularly difficult one for those who protect and serve. The City's fiscal crisis continues to chip away at crucial public services including law enforcement and our PPD continually is forced to do more with less. Nevertheless, these financial constraints have not diminished the PPD's vigilance in meeting the City's mounting public safety demands with courage and conviction. I hope anyone reading this letter understands why it is incumbent upon each of us to give what we can to the Philadelphia Police Foundation and help match the courage of our PPD with the funding and resources they deserve. Every dollar counts. The below realities outline why this statement is so true - especially in the challenging summer months...(Read Entire Letter)

-Robert J. Ciaruffoli | President, Philadelphia Police Foundation